The Nintendo 3DS Thread
 

I think that the 3DS deserves its own thread, being the first new system out in awhile. Its American release date is coming up quickly, so feel free to discuss your thoughts on the system here!

Personally, I have mine pre-ordered at GameStop. I'll be getting the blue one and am still deciding which launch games to get with it. Probably Street Fighter IV and maybe one other one. I've been a huge fan of the DS since it first debuted, so I'm really looking forward to this new release!

I got to try the 3DS last week at a Best Buy, and played Pilotwings Resort. I never thought I'd say this, but the 3D feature is actually somewhat gimmicky. I don't think I'll be using that feature a whole lot when I get a unit. I won't be getting it at launch either, but after I've tried it, I think it can wait. I'll wait to get it until a game that interests me comes out for it, whether it be a 3DS game or even something from the Ninendo eShop.

I could have won a unit from one of my local radio stations today. They had a question for us to answer and I actually knew it. Even if I don't want any of the launch games, it would have been cool to snag a free unit, thus saving myself some money, and I'd have it ready for when a game I want does come out for it. I'd also like to get the aqua blue one myself.

I only recently got a DSi so I won't be picking this up for a while, if ever. As of right now there aren't enough titles that grab my interest and I think the whole schtick is a gimmick playground. I dunno. I'll defintely try one out in a store somewhere to get a better idea of its feel but even so, if I decide to get one it'll have to be a lot cheaper.

I might or might not get one the ds has go down hill over the last few years with its games. Plus most of the the games that are being released are just upgrades from the N64 and DS dont really feel like buying the same game just becuse it is in 3D.

i don't plan to get one at launch, but will likely look into it later once more games (and the new e-shop) come out. cause like someone said in another thread, only good lookin game so far is Super Street Fighter IV, which then kinda solidifies for me not to waste the money just yet.

*fart noise*

I predict worst Nintendo launch ever. Not in terms of sales, but in terms of fulfillment of people who buy the thing.

Definitely not a buy for me. Maybe when Nintendo realizes they just made another Virtual Boy, I'll get it for the lulz.

Not for me... I think I read something about a new Kid Icarus game but it certainly wasn't enough to convince.

I never buy consoles at launch, plus I'm still satisfied with my DS Lite (not to mention the fact that I still use it frequently for GBA games). I'll get a 3DS once I see something I need to have on it. The Virtual Handheld (my nickname for 3DS' Virtual Console service) is enticing, but it's not quite enough.

I've said many times, though, that the moment they announce any sort of Smash Bros. for it I'm going out that day and buying one.

so, did anyone get one yesterday?

I tried Pilotwings at a kiosk today. My eyes started hurting almost immediately. 3D wasn't all that impressive either. Thought it was just me, but my brother tried it immediately afterward and reported the same thing.

Not a worthwhile purchase for me. If some amazing games come out for it, I might get one and leave the switch to 2D, but as it stands, playing these in 3D may actually be hazardous to my health.

I tried it yesterday, a friend of mine bought it on release (UK)

I got to test that scan card game, really fun. Same deal like the webcam cards that came with the Avatar action figures, only a game. The 3D was nice and not eye straining at all, but my eyes are durable and it was a limited time period. My friend however have made some rearks about the 3D strains his eyes after a couple of hours, but someone mentioned that you can adjust the 3D, turning it off on a timer (or something)

I'm definatly be getting one after I've finished my Finals, unless something else comes in the way.

yeah, heard the same thing from an EB employee as well. said he got real bad headache.

To be honest, I may have gotten somewhat of a headache the first time I tried the 3DS with the 3D mode. I didn't use it all that often, but I do remember my head feeling a bit strange. It didn't become too heavy though, and it actually went away fast.

I did the whole midnight launch thing. I love the system so far. Personally I think the 3D (on SSFII and Pilotwings so far) is pretty impressive, and even not in 3D, the games look amazing. Personally I wasn't at all physically bothered by the 3D.

Other things (not 3D related) that I love:

AOSS Networking is no longer required. I haven't found a network I couldn't connect to yet

Pedometer functions.

Integrated Mii features and more robust friend system.

The actual horsepower of the system runs circles around the original DS.


My only major gripe so far is that when you are playing standard DS titles on it, it is pretty clear that the 3D screen is a lower resolution than the original DS screens. You can run DS games in their native res, but it looks really odd.

My friend's been playing through rayman 3d on his , he loves it and says the 3D hasn't effected him as far eye eye strains or a headache yet

I'm still waiting for my 3DS and my Super Street Fighter IV 3D to arrive. I got to play my brother's though. The 3D wasn't what I expected but who cares because it's just a fun gimmick to test every now and then but it's the games that matter most. So far I'm getting me SSFIV3D, and can't wait to hear more about and get...

Resident Evil Revelations
Resident Evil Mercenaries 3D
The Legend of Zelda Ocarina of Time 3D
Super Mario 3DS
Mario Kart 3D
Kid Icarus Uprising
Splinter Cell Chaos Theory
Metal Gear Solid Snake Eater Naked Sample
Saint's Row Drive By
Assassin's Creed Lost Legacy
Blood Rayne the Shroud
Sonic Project
Batman Project

I got one yesterday and have mainly been messing around in the menus, but I must admit that I am enjoying it and like the way it feels and handles.

that all sounds cool.

that's cool. i might get one down the road. maybe during the holidays once more titles are launched and the E-Shop is open.

i'd like to get besides SSFIV,

Super Mario 3DS
Mario Kart 3D
Assassin's Creed Lost Legacy
Sonic Project

I got a fairly good deal on one. The machine itself was relatively cheap and you got a game of your choice for £10 so figuring that it's not going to drop down in price any time soon I snatched one and it even came a day early.

I got SSFIV with it. I've not kept up with the Street Fighter series since SSFII but it seemed a good idea for a full gaming experience unlike Pilotwings which I also wanted but it seemed too short and basic.

In the menu and mini games/camera I wasn't impressed with the 3D at all. It seemed like all it did was put certain images ever so slightly in front of the other but it's impressive in the actual cartridge game. Like people have said it's like having mini figures come alive and fight inside a diarama. It's neat to see T Hawks in elbows for example look like the it's leaning just outside the screen in Dynamic mode.

Even the 2D graphics look awesome. If Ocarina of Time has new features and isn't just slicker graphics I'm sold as well as the Galaxy-eque Super Mario game.

Question to anyone who's played a regular DS game on this system. Does the analog stick/circle pad work as an alternate D Pad? Mario 64 DS would be perfect if it had that as a control.

I've only played Pokemon Black/Soulsilver on it, and since those have grid based movements I stuck with the D pad.

Way to not answer the question at all. You could have just turned the thing on and checked.

Ah, I misunderstood. Yeah, you can use it for DS games. Lolz.

I've seen a complaint about that. I guess I won't be packing up my DSlite even after getting a 3DS.

I noticed that there are many, many 3DS lying around in stores and some (amazon among others) have dropped the price from 250 to 220 Euros. Hmm...

ouch! in that case, it's likely to see a price drop in NA before long perhaps

What were you expecting regarding the 3D? Just interested on what you were wanting out of it.

nothing less then a perfect hologram projector :P

Like me, he assumed that the 3D effect would be like watching a 3D movie. Ever watch a 3D movie in theaters and watch the images come right to your face? My brother and I both assumed it would be the same thing here. That's not the case though.

By the way, I purchased my 3DS on the day of release. Very happy with it and Street Fighter IV 3D. I'll play my DS games on it until some more quality games come out. Resident Evil is enough to warrant a purchase from me. Mario and Zelda games are also a must.

That's probably a good thing though.

Yesterday I played a demo of Pilotwings Resort at a Best Buy with the 3D cranked up all the way, and didn't feel even a hint of a headache coming afterward.

Oh I see. I never expected that but can see where you could get the thought. But still I am impressed with the hardware. That music video demo with the dogs was pretty cool.

It's all for the best though. I'm quite happy with the 3DS. I played Street Fighter IV 3D on it for a while and didn't get dizzy at all. Regardless of the 3D, it's still a heck of a portable even if you opt to turn off the 3D. You don't HAVE to play in 3D all the time which is a plus.

Last time I went to Best Buy, I tried it out myself. When I switched to 3D mode, it hurt my eyes. I don't like hand-helds, but because Resident Evil games are now going to it, I'll have to. Unless if Capcom decides to release them to either the Wii or PS3 by the time I save up for the system plus both games.

To Capcom: If you want it for the hand-held go ahead and make those in the hand-held community happy, but also release it to the PS3 and Wii to make the console people happy. Everybody's happy with their own way.

I played around a bit with a 3DS that belongs to a co-worker, and it wasn't as bad as my time with the kiosk version. I think it might have been the angle the system was mounted that made it unbearable to me.

I just found out all of the previous bosses are unlockable in Dead or Alive Paradise, so there's one more minuscule nugget of enticement for me there.

I found initial awkwardness with the 3D effect, but after a day, my eyes fully adjusted. Now it feels totally natural.

with so many mixed reviews, i'm just better off trying one myself

This should always be your immediate course of action when it comes to ALL video games.

yes that is true. but i do take opinions/reviews from others seriously when it comes to video games

While I understand your logic, trust me, I also look toward reviews and opinions, but their experience may not be the same as yours in some cases. Almost like that saying goes, "If you want something done right, you have to do it yourself." Same applies here. If you want to know if you'll like something, you have to try it yourself.

this is true. i'm seriously thinkin of gettin one. but just not right away